
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Belmont Heights Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (58 Rentals)
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6136 W School St, Unit GARDEN

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3859 N Oconto Ave, Unit G

3051 N Austin Ave

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3546 N Meade Ave, Unit 2nd floor

3558 N Nagle Ave

3558 N Nagle Ave, Unit 3N

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6208 W Wrightwood Ave, Unit Large studio

2300 N Harlem Ave, Unit 403

4600 N Cumberland Ave
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2913 N Narragansett Ave, Unit 3BR - 2Fl

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6835 W Addison St, Unit Second floor front

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3907 N Odell Ave, Unit Dunning Garden Unit

2405 N Neva Ave, Unit Loft Style Ground Unit

4147 N McVicker Ave

6809 W Diversey Ave

Montclare Senior Residences

2300 N Harlem Ave

711 W Belmont Ave

6602-6622 W Diversey Ave
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2931-2957 N Harlem Apartments

2333 N Neva Ave

6157 W Belmont Ave

4027 N McVicker Ave

7251-7259 Lawrence

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7700 W Altgeld St, Unit 3

4236 N Ozark Ave

Mont Clare

7241-7245 W Lawrence

3001 N Thatcher Ave, Unit 2L
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7520 W Grand Ave

3001 N Thatcher Ave, Unit 3M

3001 N Thatcher Ave, Unit 2M

5102 N Leonard Dr

2435 N 78th Ave, Unit GN

Ronald & Gunnison

3001 N Thatcher Ave, Unit 4G

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2136 N 74th Ct

6440 W Montrose Ave, Unit Garden

2310 N Harlem Ave, Unit 504
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2310 N Harlem Ave, Unit 304

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7226 W Belden Ave, Unit 2

8827 W Grand Ave

6621 W Norwood Ct

8111 W Grand Ave

8107 W Grand Ave

2402 North New England Avenue

Royal Arms Apartments

8519 Grand Ave

8910 Grand Ave
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Belmont Heights, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Belmont Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Heights Studio Apartments | $1,454 | $1,300 | $1,700 |
| Belmont Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $900 | $2,500 |
| Belmont Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $1,550 | $3,534 |
| Belmont Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,884 | $1,775 | $4,144 |
| Belmont Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,206 | $2,500 | $4,884 |
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Cheapest Available Belmont Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Belmont Heights area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 7251-7259 Lawrence priced from $900. Mont Clare has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Belmont Heights apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7251-7259 Lawrence | No Vacancy | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Mont Clare | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Ronald & Gunnison | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belmont Heights, IL
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Belmont Heights area is the $1.89 price per square foot 2702 N 74th Ave Model at 2702 N 74th Ave, Unit 2702 N 74th Unit 2 in the in the Dunning neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Belmont Heights apartment is the 6208 W Wrightwood Ave Model at 6208 W Wrightwood Ave, Unit Large studio starting at $1,500 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Dunning neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Belmont Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2702 N 74th Ave, Unit 2702 N 74th Unit 2 | 2702 N 74th Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
| 6208 W Wrightwood Ave, Unit Large studio | 6208 W Wrightwood Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.07 |
| 7251-7259 Lawrence | No Vacancy | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 8241 W Lawrence Ave, Unit Unit 2 | 8241 W Lawrence Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 2136 N 74th Ct | 2136 N 74th Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 6136 W School St, Unit GARDEN | 6136 W School St | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 3546 N Meade Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 3546 N Meade Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 3859 N Oconto Ave, Unit G | 3859 N Oconto Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 7700 W Altgeld St, Unit 3 | 7700 W Altgeld St | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 2820 N Newcastle Ave, Unit 2 | 2820 N Newcastle Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBelmont Heights, Chicago, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Belmont Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Belmont Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Belmont Heights is at Mont Clare listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Belmont Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Belmont Heights Apartment is $900 at 7251-7259 Lawrence.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Belmont Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Belmont Heights is starting from $1,975 at Ronald & Gunnison.
What is the most affordable Belmont Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Belmont Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at North Oak Lofts and starts from $3,154.
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